Don’t Put Saving for Retirement on the Back Burner
Most Americans understand the importance of saving for retirement but unfortunately, not everyone’s concerns translate to action. While 93 percent of working Americans know they should be contributing to their retirement, only 72 percent are actually doing so, according to the results of Capital One ShareBuilder’s Financial Freedom Survey (accessible at tinyurl.com/n9zvksh). The same study […]
The Importance of Family Support
Submitted by Lauren Hoefert You often hear the phrases, “Family is everything,” or, “That’s what family is for.” No two statements could resonate more for the Immke family of Pontiac. Elaine Immke, 58, and Henry Immke, 77, grew up on each of their family’s corn and soybean farms near Pontiac. They are second cousins, with […]
The Future Fight Against Opioid Abuse Opioid Legislation in Congress Part 3
By Alexander Germanis Drug abuse is a plague of the modern era. It is a serious problem that negatively affects individuals, families, and even entire communities. Our community of Bloomington-Normal is, unfortunately, not immune to its influence. Opioids are one of those drugs that is not only abused by a large percent of the population, […]
Traveling Internationally? Book an Appointment With a Travel Health Specialist
By Crystal Sweeney, APN, FNP-BC, OSF HealthCare Traveling to some countries can pose serious health risks without the right precautions.While traveling, you may experience sudden and significant changes in altitude, humidity, microbes, and temperature that can cause illness. Serious health risks may be an issue in areas with the following characteristics: Poor accommodations Inadequate hygiene […]
Marital Attraction: Our Unconscious Attempt at Healing
By Renae Miller, MS MFT, LCPC, Agape Counseling, Ltd Whether you have been married for one year, five years, 20 years, or 50 years, you may have asked yourself the question: “what was I thinking when I promised to spend the rest of my life with this person?” The mystery of attraction compels theorists to […]
Five Medical Conditions That Can Cause Bone Loss
Submitted by Elizabeth Madlem, APN, The Bone Health Clinic at Millennium Pain Center Osteoporosis is a disease that thins and weakens the bones to the point that they become fragile and can break easily — even as a result of a minor bump or fall. Osteoporosis has been called a childhood disease with consequences in […]
Dental Mini-Implants: Surgical Technique Explained
By Jeffrey Jones, DDS The invention of the mini dental implant has been quite an achievement for cosmetic and restorative dentistry. It has provided long term, good looking, cost-effective replacements for individuals who suffer with broken, missing, or damaged teeth. Dental implants have been in existence since the early 1970s. As dental technology advanced, dental […]
Exercise for Your Ears?
Submitted by Sound Choice Hearing Clinic There are hundreds of benefits from daily exercise. We know that daily aerobic exercise improves brain function, helps maintain a healthy cardiovascular system, helps regulate insulin levels, and slows aging. Just as a healthy body is fostered through proper nutrition, regular exercise, adequate rest, and good hygienic practices, so […]
Caregiving After the Diagnosis
Submitted by Reflections Memory Care If your family member or friend has received a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, it’s important to learn as much as you can about the disease and how to care for someone who has it. You may also want to know the right way to share the news with family and […]
Frequently Asked Questions About Varicose Veins
Submitted by Bohn, Nielsen, Castillo, and Wright, The Vein Specialists, LLC If you are currently suffering from varicose veins or at risk of developing them in the future, here are a few helpful answers to common questions about venous health. Varicose veins are a common circulatory disorder, affecting as many as 23 percent of American adults. […]